Pitcairn Historical Society

08/08/2026

🍔 IT'S HAPPENING NOW! 🌭
PITCAIRN FRIENDS...COME JOIN US!
We’re under cover at the Pitcairn Borough Building parking lot, so a little rain won’t stop us!
Stop by today for a fresh burger, a hot dog, good times, and great Pitcairn friends reconnecting again! ❤️
Most importantly, your support helps us continue our efforts to restore and preserve our treasured Pitcairn history at our historic Pitcairn Schoolhouse, where our Pitcairn Historical Society Museum will one day call home!
Bring your family, bring a friend, grab some lunch, and help us keep Pitcairn’s history alive for generations to come!
Burgers
Hot Dogs
Good Times
Great Cause
Historic Pitcairn Schoolhouse
📍 Pitcairn Borough Building Parking Lot
Broadway & Brinton
⏰ 11 AM – 2 PM
We hope to see you here! Come hungry and bring your Pitcairn spirit! ❤️🍔🌭

08/04/2026

🚨 JUST 4 DAYS AWAY! 🚨

🍔 LET'S DO LUNCH THIS SATURDAY! 🍔

Join us for the Pitcairn Schoolhouse Burger Blast!

📍 Pitcairn Borough Building Parking Lot
Corner of Broadway & Brinton
🕚 Saturday • 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Come hungry and enjoy:
🔥 Fresh, juicy burgers
🌭 Hot dogs
🥤 Cold drinks
🎶 Great people
😊 A great cause!

Every burger or dog you buy helps support the continued restoration of the historic Pitcairn Schoolhouse.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us make this Burger Blast our best one yet!

We'll see you Saturday! 🍔❤️

08/04/2026

🇺🇸 Pitcairn Hometown Hero Banner Program Price Increase 🇺🇸

Pat Heaps of the Pitcairn Hometown Hero Banner Program has asked us to share the following important update:

Friends and followers of the Pitcairn Historical Society, due to increased material costs, the price of a Pitcairn Hometown Hero Banner will increase to $130.00, effective immediately.

We appreciate your understanding, as rising production costs have made this adjustment necessary.

Updated order forms reflecting the new pricing will be available soon.

Thank you for your continued support of the Pitcairn Hometown Hero Banner Program as we honor the brave men and women who have proudly served our country. Your support helps ensure their service and sacrifice continue to be recognized for years to come.

🇺🇸 Thank you to all of our Hometown Heroes! 🇺🇸

Here is the Pitcairn Hometown Hero Banner Program page link:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1057954509986424

08/02/2026

Pitcairn Friends, 🍔 Let's Do Lunch!

Join us for our 2nd Burger Blast of the year this Saturday, August 8th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a delicious lunch while supporting the James R. Fox Pitcairn Historical Society and the continued restoration of the Historic Pitcairn Schoolhouse.

Your support helps preserve our community's history and help ensure that this treasured landmark can continue serving future generations.

We hope you can make it...we'd love to see you there!

08/01/2026

07/12/2026

It was a proud day to be a Pitcairner!!! What were the chances that this legendary locomotive would make an unscheduled stop right here in our hometown? We were standing on the western end of what was once one of the largest and most important railroad transfer yards in the world.

As Big Boy approached, the town of Pitcairn could be seen in the background...a truly unforgettable sight. Then, to everyone's amazement, its massive driving wheels came to a stop directly alongside us. Those of us gathered at the viewing area were treated to an unexpected half-hour pause in Big Boy's historic journey across America. What an incredible honor for this great railroad town! To witness the world's largest operating steam locomotive stop at such an historically significant railroad location made the moment even more meaningful.

As reported by TribLive on Sunday:
"...the train sped through Derry and did not appear to slow down as it moved toward Latrobe, Greensburg, Jeannette, Irwin, North Huntingdon and Trafford. The locomotive stopped in Pitcairn, Allegheny County, before making its way to Leetsdale for a public viewing opportunity. It will stop for the night in Conway, its last stop in Pennsylvania before it enters Ohio."

What a treasured moment in time for the people of Pitcairn and Wall, especially for the descendants of the thousands of men and women who worked in the historic Pitcairn railyard during the 19th and 20th centuries. They were truly blessed to witness this unexpected stop at the very place where one of America's most legendary railroad yards once began. We heard several theories about why the locomotive stopped here, but honestly, we didn't care. We had just been given the railroad experience of a lifetime.

Big Boy's departure video
https://www.facebook.com/722940629/videos/pcb.10164587251250630/1668018777645404

If you were there, we'd love to hear about your experience. Feel free to like, share, and leave a comment!

Big Boy's departure from the Pitcairn yard video, and photo credits to Amie Brady - Pitcairn Historical Society photographer

Please consider supporting the Pitcairn Historical Society and the restoration of the historic Pitcairn Schoolhouse through a donation or sponsorship. Every contribution, large or small, helps bring new life to this treasured landmark and strengthens our community's commitment to preserving Pitcairn's rich history. To inquire about donation or sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at [email protected]

07/10/2026

Railroad fans, history buffs, and families...don't miss this incredible opportunity!

Union Pacific's legendary Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, is expected to steam through Pitcairn tomorrow (Saturday) as part of its historic America 250 Tour.

While there are no scheduled stops in our area, you'll have the rare chance to see this engineering marvel roll through town. Current estimates have it passing through sometime between 3:00 and 6:00 PM, so plan to arrive somewhere along the rails early, and keep an eye on the tracks!

Built during the golden age of steam, Big Boy No. 4014 is making its first-ever East Coast tour to help celebrate America's 250th anniversary. The journey includes a Fourth of July celebration in Philadelphia, major display events in eight cities, and more than 50 whistle-stops across 10 states—including its first visits to Indiana, Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Whether you're a lifelong railfan or simply want to witness a piece of living history, this is a sight you won't soon forget!

If you catch Big Boy rolling through Pitcairn, be sure to share your photos in the comments!

07/06/2026

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Please mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, August 8 for a delicious lunch while supporting the James R. Fox Pitcairn Historical Society and the continued restoration of the Historic Pitcairn Schoolhouse. Bring your family, invite your friends, and come enjoy great food for a great cause. Every purchase helps preserve an important part of Pitcairn's history for future generations.

Thank you for your continued support, and we'll see you on August 8!

07/03/2026

https://www.alfierifuneralhome.com/obituary/SamJButch-Bacco

Pitcairn Friends,
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of an unofficial, but very much appreciated, member of our Schoolhouse family.

Sam Bacco, who generously volunteered at several of our Schoolhouse events, passed away suddenly on Monday. Sam was always willing to lend a helping hand, and his kindness and support meant a great deal to our organization.

Our heartfelt prayers and deepest sympathies go out to the entire Bacco family during this difficult time. May God grant them strength, comfort, and peace in the days ahead.

Rest in peace, Sam. Thank you for all you did to support the Schoolhouse and our mission. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. 🙏❤️

Celebrate the life of Sam J. "Butch" Bacco and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.